In the past,environmentalists thought of economics as a method of maximizing profits.Presently,

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The statement presented in option A is correct as there has been a shift in the perception of economics from just maximizing profits to a framework for natural resource allocation. Option B is correct as economists are increasingly involved in helping to formulate approaches to protecting the environment. Option C is partially correct as economics does inform environmental studies but there are economists who work for environmental advocacy groups such as the Natural Resources Defense Council, Environmental Defense Fund, and World Wildlife Fund. Thus, the best choice is D as more than one option is correct.

In the Past,environmentalists Thought of Economics as a Method of Maximizing